Sunila Gollapudi captivates the dance lovers with Andhra Natyam and Golla Kalapam dance

Sunila Gollapudi, an exponent of Andhra Natyam enthralled dance enthusiasts with her performance of the same, followed by a performance of Golla Kalapam at an event recently held in the city. The solo performance was performed under the guidance of her guru Acharya Shri Kala Krishna and presented under the Nartanasala banner.The recital which began with the traditional Kumbhahaarathi soon kick-started with the performances of traditional Lasya style of Andhra Natyam with five discrete dance pieces, the first one invoking the lord god Ganapathi, especially the Narthana Ganapathi form, followed by Vishnu Kaivaram depicting the playful Krishna in his Radhamadhava form. The third item was Adhyatma Ramayanam, presenting the Parashurama Garvabangam ghatam and the fourth item presented the writings of Pothana concluded with Tarangam.Followed by that was the performance of Golla Kalapam, which is likewise recognised as Gopika Vignanam, that elucidates the smartness and knowledge of milk maid (the Gollabhama) and how she argues with a Brahmin to prove her supremacy and skill. Sunila who presented a portion of Golla Kalapam that included Golla Bhama Pravesa Ghatam followed by an episode of her merchandising of milk and its products. The Golla Kalapam ends with explaining the value of these milk products and how the Gollabhama doesn’t really trade these for money but seeks for jewels.Speaking on the occasion Sunila Gollapudi said, "I am passionate about dance and want to sensitize millennials who have no exposure to our traditional dance forms, especially Andhra Natyam. This inaugural show of Nartanasala is also a tribute to my masters, the legendary Nataraja Ramakrishna and his dear disciple Acharya Kalakrishna. Nowadays, the corporate world too appreciates and values employees exploring their passion, especially in the field of art. These extracurricular interests are considered as an asset for career growth too. Millennials should delve deep into themselves, see what interests them and embrace it passionately. Art being an important part of life can fill this void to make them complete individuals."